Owner’s Manual 700c Fixed Gear Bicycles This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation and maintenance information. Please read and fully understand this manual before operation. Save this manual for future reference.
Owner’s Manual Index Introduction • Owner’s Bicycle Identification Record ................................................... 3 • Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle ............................................................... 3 • Warning and Safety Information ............................................................ 4 • Reflectors .............................................................................................. 4 • Rules of the Road .........................................................
Owner’s Bicycle Identification Record NOTE: This information is only available on the bicycle itself. It is not available from Huffy. Each Huffy bicycle has a Serial Number stamped into the frame. The Serial Number can be found on the bottom of the crank housing as shown (1). xxx 1 xx xx xxx Write this number below to keep it for future reference. If the bicycle is stolen, give this number and a description of the bicycle to the police. This will help them find the bicycle.
Warning and Safety Information Meanings of Warnings: a This symbol is important. See the word “CAUTION” or “WARNING” which follows it. The word “CAUTION” is before mechanical instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur. The word “WARNING” is before personal safety instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, injury to the rider or to others can occur. • • • • • Do not add a motor to the product. Do not tow or push the product.
Rules of the Road - continued • Make yourself more visible to motorists: • Wear light-colored or reflective clothing, such as a reflective vest and reflective bands for your arms and legs. • Use reflective tape on your helmet. • Do not let anything cover the reflectors. • Use extra caution in wet weather: • Ride slowly on damp surfaces because the tires will slide more easily.
Components 6 16 2 3 4 15 23 25 30 29 6 26 36 28 27 7 8 9 10 11 1 12 31 32 33 34 35 13 14 24 20 19 21 22 5 3 4 18 17 16 Part Assembly View
27 28 Fork Crank Arm Set Crank Bearing Set Sprocket Chain Chain Guard Pedal (RH) Pedal (LH) Kickstand Wheel Retainer (x2) Axle Nut (x4) Rear Axle Washer (x2) Adjuster Stud Adjuster Bracket 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 26 25 24 23 22 Tube (x2) Tire (x2) 3 21 Rear Wheel Assembly Front Wheel Assembly 2 20 5 Frame 1 No. 4 Description No.
Introduction This Owner’s Manual is made for several different bicycles: • Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product. • Follow instructions completely. • If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual, look for separate “Special Instructions” that are supplied with the bicycle. • Models may have different accessory items such as bags, baskets, reflectors, cup holders, racks, etc. • All features, components and accessories are not included on all models.
Assemble the Front Wheel to the Fork 1. If the Axle Nuts (16) are already attached to the front wheel axle, begin by removing them with an open end wrench or adjustable wrench. 2. Set the Wheel into the Front Fork (6) (fig 04). 3. Install Wheel Retainers (15) making sure the tabs are in the fork (D) Tab Holes. 4. Attach the Front Wheel with the Axle Nuts. 5. Tighten Axle Nuts to 21 ft-lbs. D fig 04 6 15 15 16 16 NOTE: Ensure wheel spins freely without contacting fork.
Handlebar and Stem Installation WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, make sure the Stem is installed against the Head Set Spacers (C). NOTES: • Stem may be pre-installed from the Factory. • Make sure Fork and Brake Caliper are pointing FORWARD before installing Stem. • The Stem can be lowered or raised on the Fork Tube by placing Spacers (C) above or below the Stem. Always use all the Spacers shipped with the bike. • The Stem can be installed angled up or down.
Handlebar and Stem Installation - continued Steps: 1. Remove Screws (A) and Stem Clamp Half (B). 2. Place Handlebar (28) centered into Stem and install Stem Clamp and Screws hand tight. 3. Position Handlebars so they are comfortable for the rider. 4. Tighten Screws securely and evenly. B 28 A NOTE: Do not over tighten. Torque to 17 ft-lbs. Testing Stem and Handlebar Tightness To test the tightness of the stem: • Straddle the front wheel between your legs.
Seat Installation (various models) Bolt/Clamp model: Attach Seat to Seat Post (fig 09): (pre-assembled on some models) • Loosen nuts on seat clamp (A) and rotate Seat (35) into riding position. • Put the seat post (32) fully through the seat clamp. • Tighten the Seat Clamp so the seat stays on the seat post. • If the Seat Clamp has a nut on each side, tighten both nuts equally.
Seat Installation - continued CAUTION: If you accidentally drop the seat post into the seat tube, it may be difficult to remove it. • Point the Seat (35) forward and put the Seat Post (32) into the Seat Tube (B) (figs 10, 11). WARNING: To prevent the seat coming loose and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (C) on the seat post must be below the top of the Seat Tube (B).
Seat Installation - continued CAUTION: Operate the Quick Release Lever (D) by hand only. Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release lever. You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the “close” position. If you can easily move the lever to the “close” position, the clamping force is too light. WARNING: If the clamping force of the Quick Release Lever is too light, the seat post can loosen while riding. This can cause injury to the rider or to others.
Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness To test the tightness of the seat clamp and the post clamp: WARNING: Every time the quick release mechanism is loosened, make sure the red reflector is correctly positioned. • Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down. • If the seat moves in the Seat Clamp (A): • Loosen the Seat Clamp (A). • Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the Seat Clamp tighter than before.
Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness - continued • If the Seat Post (10) moves in the Seat Tube (B) (Screw Clamp): • Loosen the clamp Screw (A). • Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the Screw tighter than before. • Do this test again, until the seat post does not move in the seat tube. B A Front and Rear Reflector Installation 1. Position FRONT Reflector (30) so it points straight forward. 2. Tighten Clamp Screw. NOTE: Do not over-tighten. This will damage the Clamp.
Pedal Installation CAUTION: There is a right pedal marked “R” and a left pedal marked “L”. • The pedal marked “R” has right-hand threads. Tighten it in a clockwise direction. • The pedal marked “L” has left-hand threads. Tighten it in a counterclockwise direction (anti-clockwise). • Turn the right pedal marked “R” into the right side of the crank arm, and the left pedal marked “L” into the left side of the crank arm.
Switching Rear Wheel Sprocket on Fixed Gear Bicycles Fixed gear bicycles are those that have a direct drive rear hub/wheel. On this model the rear wheel has a sprocket on each side of the rear wheel: • The Freewheel sprocket will let you coast without turning the pedals. • The Fixed Gear sprocket turns the pedals whenever the rear wheel is turning. FIXED GEAR WARNINGS: This bicycle is equipped with a fixed gear drivetrain. You need to alter your riding style accordingly.
Switching Rear Wheel Sprocket - continued Note: The Bicycle comes from the factory with the Freewheel Sprocket in use. Step One: • Begin by loosening the Adjuster Nut (20). Remove Nut and Bracket (19). • Remove the Axle Nut (16) Washer (17) and Adjuster Stud (18). Remove Axle Nut and washer from opposite side. 18 20 19 22 Freewheel Gear (22) Note: The Freewheel Gear will turn in one direction on the wheel.
Switching Rear Wheel Sprocket - continued Step Two: • • • • • • Slide wheel forward in frame and remove the chain from the sprocket. Remove the Wheel from the frame. Turn the wheel around so that the Fixed Gear Sprocket (21) is on the Right Side. Put chain on the Fixed Gear sprocket as you slide the axle into the frame. Install Adjuster Stud (18), Bracket (19) and Adjuster Nut (20) hand tight. Install Washers (17) and Axle Nuts (16) on both sides hand tight.
Chain Adjustment The chain must be at the correct tightness. If too tight, the bicycle will be difficult to pedal. If too loose, the chain can come off the sprockets. When the chain (10) is at the correct tightness, you can rotate the crank freely and you can pull it no more than one-half inch (A) away from a straightedge (B) as shown. 10 B A fig 16 Adjust the tightness of the chain as follows: • Loosen the Axle Nuts so they are hand tight.
Chain Adjustment - continued NOTE: If equipped, install the Rear Axle Kickstand at this point (see below). • When the chain is properly tightened, hold the wheel in this position and tighten both axle nuts to 21 ft.-lbs. WARNING: Do not attempt chain repairs. If there is a problem with the chain, have a bicycle service shop make any repairs. Rear Axle Kickstand Install Note: If Axle Nut and Washer are in place, remove and set aside.
Brake System Setup WARNING: You must adjust the front brakes before you ride the bicycle. NOTE: FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SETUP IS THE SAME. B A Step One: Put the brake shoes (B) in the correct position: • Loosen the Screw (A) of each Brake Shoe (B). • Adjust each Brake Shoe so it is flat against the rim and aligned with the curve of the rim. • Make sure each Brake Shoe does not rub the tire. • If the surface of the Brake Shoe has arrows, make sure the arrows point toward the rear of the bicycle.
Brake System Setup - continued 1 1. Loosen Cable Nut (1-1) so that the cable is loose. 1-1 2. Insert Cable Barrel (2-1) into Brake Lever. 2 2-1 3. Insert Brake Cable (3-1) into Groove as shown.
Brake System Setup - continued 1. Rotate Housing (4-1) Groove away from Cable Groove (4-2) and tighten Housing Nut (4-3). 4 4-2 4-1 4-3 2. Squeeze Brake Arms (5-1) so that Brake Pads (5-2) are against the Rim. 5 5-1 5-2 3. Pull Brake Cable (6-1) tight. • Tighten Cable Nut (6-2). • Adjust Cable Nut (6-3) for 1/16” Brake Pad clearance.
Brake System Setup - continued 4. Make sure the Brake Lever is not loose (7-1). 7-1 5. Make sure the cable sheaths are fully inserted into the adjustment housing at the Caliper (8-1) and Hand Lever (8-2).
Repair and Service WARNING: • Inspect the bicycle frequently. Failure to inspect the bicycle and to make repairs or adjustments, as necessary, can result in injury to the rider or to others. Make sure all parts are correctly assembled and adjusted as written in this manual and any “Special Instructions”. • Immediately replace any damaged, missing, or badly worn parts. • Make sure all fasteners are correctly tightened as written in this manual and any “Special Instructions”.
Tires Maintenance: • Frequently check the tire inflation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time. For extended storage, keep the weight of the bicycle off the tires. • Do not use unregulated air hoses to inflate the inner tubes. An unregulated hose can suddenly over inflate bicycle tires and cause them to burst. • Replace worn tires. WARNING: Do not ride or sit on the bicycle if a tire is under inflated. This can damage the tire and inner tube.
Lubrication WARNING: • Do not over lubricate. If oil gets on the wheel rims or the brake shoes, it will reduce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary. Injury to the rider or to others can occur. • The chain can throw excess oil onto the wheel rim. Wipe excess oil off the chain. • Keep all oil off the surfaces of the pedals where your feet rest. • Using soap and hot water, wash all oil off the wheel rims, the brake shoes, the pedals, and the tires.
Huffy Corporation Limited Warranty • Part or model specifications are subject to change without notice. • This Limited Warranty is the only warranty for your Huffy Corporation (“Huffy”) product. There are no other expressed or implied warranties. • This Limited Warranty extends only to the original consumer and is not transferable to anyone else. • Warranty registration is not required. • The only uses for this product are described in this manual.
Huffy Corporation Limited Warranty For how long does this Limited Warranty last? • The frame is warranted for life except aluminum frames which are warranted for ten (10) years, from the date of purchase. • The fork is warranted for life except for shock forks which are warranted one (1) year from date of purchase. • All other components are warranted for six (6) months from the date of purchase. What will Huffy do? Huffy will replace, without charge to you, the component found to be defective by Huffy.
WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HELMET WHEN RIDING THIS PRODUCT! CORRECT • • • • • • INCORRECT Helmet should sit level on your head and low on your forehead Adjust the strap sliders below the ear on both sides. Buckle the chin strap. Adjust strap until it is snug. No more than two fingers should fit between the strap and your chin. A proper fitting helmet should be comfortable and not rock forward/backward or side to side.
